Career & Workplace Readiness
Need help determining which career path to take?
Use these resources to assist with the process. As always, if you would like help, visit your counselor or stop by the Career Center.
SchooLinks
Start your journey here! SchooLinks has a wealth of information to help students find suitable careers based on their strengths and interests. Learn more about specific jobs in those careers, the skills and training required, duties and salaries based on state. (Source from ONet and US Dept of Labor)
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Take self-assessments, learn about and plan your career, find training opportunities, learn how to prepare a resume, complete applications, network, interview, negotiate your salary, and much more.
Search hundreds of occupations to find out about job duties, education and training, pay, and projected growth
Apprenticeship is a career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and nationally-recognized credentials.
Department of Labor Apprenticeship List
Both lists are continually being updated so please check back.
A trade school is a technical program that teaches skills related to a specific job. With shorter programs, smaller classes, and abundant hands-on training, trade schools often lead to well-paying jobs like electricians, construction workers, and nursing assistants.
Career & Technical Training At MATA
Don't wait until graduation to gain the skills and training you need! The MATA program at Academies of Loudoun offers courses in a wide variety of trades to make you a good candidate for apprenticeships and internships.